The artwork entitled “Amanita” was painted by Ivan Shishkin between 1878 and 1879. It belongs to the Realism art movement and is categorized within the landscape genre.
The artwork features a forest floor abundant with amanita mushrooms, characterized by their vivid red caps with white spots. The depiction is rich in earthy tones, capturing the subtle variations in color and texture of the forest undergrowth, leaves, and tree trunks. The meticulous attention to botanical details and natural light exemplifies Shishkin’s mastery in portraying realistic landscapes, creating an immersive and tranquil scene. The mushrooms stand out as focal points amidst the dense foliage, reflecting the artist’s keen observation of nature.
